Planets in Vedic Astrology

In Vedic Astrology the planets (also known as “Grahas”) are a key part in shaping your character as well as life events and even your destiny. Every planet has its own energy that impacts different aspects of your life such as relationships, work and health, emotional well-being, and spiritual development.

Let’s take a look at the planets of Vedic Astrology and their significance, and how they affect your chart for birth ( Janam Kundli).

The Nine Planets in Vedic Astrology (Navagraha)

Contrary to the modern Western theology of astrology Vedic Astrology is based on the nine planets which include two shadow planets- Rahu as well as Ketu–which are not in a physical form, but are powerful in their spiritual effects.

1. Sun (Surya) – The Soul

• Represents the concepts of ego and vitality, fathers authority

• Importance: Sun governs your confidence as well as leadership and vitality.

• The Strong Sun: Fame, success and good health

• Unstable Sun: Insecurity, low self-esteem and health issues

2. Moon (Chandra) – The Mind

• Represents Mother, emotions, mother and mind

• Significance The Moon is the primary factor in the mental stability, emotions, and peace.

• The Strong Moon: Peace of Mind and caring qualities

• A weak Moon mood swings, anxiety and emotional anxiety

3. Mars (Mangal) – The Warrior

• Represents: Courage, aggression, siblings, energy

• The significance: Mars gives strength action, passion, and energy.

• “Strong Mars” Bravery, success in sports, confidence

• It is weak Mars Anger and accidents, conflict,

4. Mercury (Budh) – The Messenger

• Represents: Communication, intelligence, business, logic

• Importance: Mercury rules speech as well as learning and analysis.

• “Strong Mercury”: Sharp mind and wit, as well as the ability to write

• Weak Mercury: Nervousness, speech issues, indecision

5. Jupiter (Guru) – The Teacher

• Represents: Wisdom, wealth, children, spirituality

• The significance: Jupiter is a extremely benefic planet which brings luck and direction.

• “Strong Jupiter” Prosperity, greater knowledge, and good Karma

• Poor Jupiter Troubles with finances Poor judgment

6. Venus (Shukra) – The Lover

• Represents: Love, beauty, art, luxury

• Meaning: Venus influences romantic relationships, beauty, as well as pleasures.

• Strong Venus: Creativity, attraction, artistic success

• Unstable Venus Conflicts in relationships and addiction

7. Saturn (Shani) – The Taskmaster

• Represents: Discipline, karma, hardships, longevity

• The significance: Saturn teaches life lessons and test patience.

• Strong Saturn: Wisdom, perseverance, spiritual maturity

• Weak Saturn: Delays, depression, fear

8. Rahu – The Obsessive Shadow Planet

• Represents: Desires, confusion, illusion, foreign matters

• Meaning: Rahu brings unexpected shifts, obsessions and worldly attachments.

• The Strong Rahu Fame and innovation, as well as success in unorthodox areas

• Weak Rahu: Deception, addiction, instability

9. Ketu – The Spiritual Shadow Planet

• Represents: Detachment, past karma, spirituality

• The significance: Ketu helps you to develop your spirituality and disconnect from the world of material things.

• Strong Ketu: Intuition, mysticism, enlightenment

• Weak Ketu: Disconnection, confusion, isolation

How Planets Influence Your Vedic Chart

The location of these planets within your chart’s twelve houses and the 12 significations that are part of the birth chart will reveal:

• Your strengths as well as your weak points

• The path to success and the best timing for it

• Compatibility between love and relationships

• Health problems and solutions

• Karma and the spiritual path

A skilled astrologer will analyze your chart to comprehend what planetary yogas, dashas as well as transits which affect your life.

Remedies for Planetary Imbalance

If your planet is in a weak state or is affected on your chart Vedic theology offers remedies such as:

• Chants and mantras (e.g., Om Namah Shivaya for Saturn)

• Gemstones worn as jewelry (e.g. yellow sapphire to represent Jupiter)

• Fasting and charity are permitted on certain days

• A homam or puja to bring about global peace

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